How to Master the Art of Portion Control

What is the proper portion size? This varies from person to person. The best way to gauge a reasonable portion size is to use the hands.

A serving of meat or fish is the size of the palm - this includes the length, width, and depth of the palm.

A serving of vegetables fills two hands cupped together. A serving of fruit fills one hand cupped.

A serving of grains is the size of a fist. A serving of cheese and sweets is the size of a thumb.

Use smaller dishes. Avoid giant plates, bowls, and cups that are begging to be filled. When eating out, ask for a to-go box when ordering and place half of the food in the container be- fore eating; restaurants routinely serve large portion sizes.

Coach Mike Ockrim

Meet the Mighty Oak

Coach Mike Ockrim is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), USA Weightlifting Level 1 Coach, MovNat Level 1 Coach, and founder of Mighty Oak Athletic, a youth strength and conditioning facility in Westmont, Illinois, serving student athletes and families across DuPage County and the western Chicago suburbs.

His “Be strong to be useful” philosophy and Death Resistant framework — Recovery, Movement, and Nutrition — anchor MOA’s programs and his work as a keynote speaker for schools, athletic departments, and community organizations.

Michael has more than 30 years of training experience, has been a group fitness instructor at Life Time Athletic for over 8 years, and is a second-degree black belt in USA Taekwondo. He is also the founder of Sunday Funday Sports, a youth sports nonprofit, and is pursuing a culinary degree at College of DuPage to sharpen his expertise in performance nutrition for young athletes.

Michael is the author of three books, all available on Amazon:

Death Resistant: A Common Sense Guide to Live Long and Drop Dead Healthy — https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09KBJXCQH

13 Pounds in 30 Days

Mighty Oak Athletic Nutrition — https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFTDM4K4

To book Coach Mike for a speaking engagement or learn about MOA’s youth strength and conditioning programs, email strength@mightyoakathletic.com or CLICK HERE.

Disclaimer: This content is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified health provider with questions about a medical condition, nutrition plan, or fitness program.

http://www.MichaelOckrim.com
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